The Bulloch Academy varsity football team (Statesboro, GA) will face First Presbyterian Day (Macon, GA) in a neutral playoff game today at 8 PM at Bulloch Academy. This matchup is part of the “2024 GIAA Class AAAA Football Championships” tournament.

First Presbyterian Day vs Bulloch Academy High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: FPDHS vs BA
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 8:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 GIAA Football Championships – 2024 GIAA Class AAAA Football
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: First Presbyterian Day vs Bulloch Academy

The Bulloch Academy Gators (11-0) and the First Presbyterian Day Vikings (11-1) will clash tonight at 8 PM in a pivotal matchup of the 2024 GIAA Class AAAA Football Championships. The game, hosted at Bulloch Academy, promises to be an electrifying showdown between two of Georgia’s top high school football teams.

Team Overview and Season Highlights

Bulloch Academy enters the game with a flawless 11-0 record, including an unblemished 3-0 in region play. Their dominance this season is evident in their 385 points scored compared to just 79 allowed. The Gators thrive at home, boasting a 7-0 record on their turf.

Meanwhile, First Presbyterian Day is no stranger to success, compiling an impressive 11-1 record with a 4-0 mark in their region. The Vikings’ only loss came in their season opener against St. Anne-Pacelli (18-6), a team Bulloch Academy defeated decisively, 37-0, on November 8.

Scoring Breakdown

Bulloch Academy has showcased remarkable consistency, averaging 35 points per game while limiting opponents to an average of just 7.2 points in the fourth quarter. The Gators’ explosive first quarter scoring average (13.3) sets the tone for their games, often putting their opponents on the back foot early.

First Presbyterian Day, with an average of 29.8 points per game, also has a balanced scoring attack but relies heavily on key performances in the second and third quarters.

Team Leaders

Both teams boast standout players who will play crucial roles tonight:

• Bulloch Academy’s Parker Chance (#2) leads the defense with an impressive 11.7 tackles per game, while William Polk (#5) anchors the line with 0.5 sacks per game.
• First Presbyterian Day’s Brady Lincoln (#13) counters with 11.2 tackles per game, while Peyton Howard (#24) leads with an average of 1.0 sacks per game.

Common Opponents Comparison

Against common opponents, the Gators have a distinct edge, finishing 5-0 compared to the Vikings’ 4-1. Bulloch Academy’s dominance includes victories over St. Anne-Pacelli (37-0) and Brookstone (20-14), while First Presbyterian Day suffered their sole loss to St. Anne-Pacelli (18-6) but defeated Brookstone narrowly (6-3).

Keys to the Game

For Bulloch Academy, the game plan will revolve around their explosive starts and strong defensive performance. By setting an early tone, they can force First Presbyterian Day to play from behind, a scenario the Vikings have struggled with this season.

First Presbyterian Day, on the other hand, will need to capitalize on their efficient second-quarter scoring and maintain control of the game’s pace. Defensive playmakers like Lincoln and Howard will be instrumental in containing the Gators’ high-powered offense.

Final Thoughts

With championship aspirations on the line, both teams will leave everything on the field. While Bulloch Academy appears to have a statistical edge, First Presbyterian Day has the talent and resilience to challenge the Gators in what promises to be a thrilling playoff showdown.

Kickoff is at 8 PM—don’t miss this marquee matchup as two powerhouse programs vie for a spot in the GIAA Class AAAA Football Championship final.